History Talk: Cooee and Colonial Businesswomen
The Aboriginal collection contains items related to the history, language, art and culture of Aboriginal people, and includes adult and junior resources written by, or about, Aboriginal people, from language dictionaries to dreamtime stories for children. Recent titles include The original Australians : the story of the Aboriginal people by Josephine Flood and Clever crow = Wk Liya-Djambatj by Nina Lawrence.
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The library can also provide access to online resources including the Australian Indigenous Index database, an index to articles published in the Koori Mail newspaper, and also to information on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, issues and events from a variety of sources. For those interested in Aboriginal family history the State Library of NSW can provide pathways to finding key family history resources, specific to Aboriginal Australians, online at www.sl.nsw.gov.au/about-library/services/indigenous-services/aboriginal-family-history.
History Talk: Cooee and Colonial Businesswomen at Dubbo Monday, July 15 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Join historians Dr Catherine Bishop and Richard White as they explore aspects of Australia's cultural and colonial histories from unique perspectives. Dr Catherine Bishop will examine the role of entrepreneurial women in Australian colonial society, while Richard White will explore the history of the 'cooee' call and its impact as a cultural symbol.
Free. Light refreshments provided. Bookings required. Book online at mrl.eventbrite.com or phone 6801 4510.
July school holiday activities
Visit the Library these school holidays for a range of fantasy-themed activities. Book in for Dragon fun with paper plate dragons on Tuesday, July 9 from 10.30am-12pm. $2.05. Ages 5-8. Or design and make your very own clay dragon egg to take home on Wednesday 10th July 10.30am - 12pm. $2.05. Ages 9-12. Bookings required. Phone 6801 4510.
Drop in on Wednesday, July 17 from 10am - 12noon for magical unicorn themed themed crafts, or every weekday afternoon during the holidays come along to Lego Club from 2pm - 4pm and create a Lego masterpiece. Drop in events are free and all ages welcome. No bookings required.
Youth school holiday activities
Two great activities for youth! Thursday, July 11 - 3D printing workshop. Learn the art of 3D modelling and print your very own creation! 1pm-5pm. $2.05 Ages 13-18. Bookings required.
Thursday, July 18 - Harry Potter trivia. Test your knowledge on everything to do with The Boy Who Lived and the Wizarding World. Dress up on theme for a chance to win a prize. Bring your Library membership card, or join on the day to enter the draw for the exclusive lucky door prize. 2pm-4pm. Free. Ages 10-15. Bookings required.
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Dubbo Branch, Macquarie Regional Library is located at the corner of Talbragar and Macquarie Streets, Dubbo. Phone 6801 4510 Website: www.mrl.nsw.gov.au.
